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The Chimes

Chief O and the legacy of servitude he leaves behind

Chief O and the legacy of servitude he leaves behind
As Biola grieves the death of Chief John Ojeisekhoba his legacy continues to positively shape the community and structure of campus.
Madison Tucker, Staff Writer October 4, 2025

It was with grieving hearts that Biola students, faculty, and staff learned of Chief John Ojeisekhoba’s death on Labor Day, less than 24 hours after he died from cardiac arrest on Aug. 31st, 2025. Chief O was a faithful father, friend and follower of Christ. Led by the Lord’s love,  Ojeisekhoba...

Reorienting with compassion: opinions in today’s cultural context

Reorienting with compassion: opinions in today’s cultural context
In a time when political views are increasingly divisive, journalists must consider the reestablishment of their values and visions; the opinions staff is no exception.
Madison Tucker, Lindy Lowe, and Connor Do October 2, 2025

In a time when political views are becoming increasingly divisive, the right of free speech makes it possible to have civil discourse and debate controversial issues. Unfortunately, with individuals such as Charlie Kirk being assassinated for debating his political and spiritual beliefs, and Jimmy Kimmel,...

Lamenting with community: how grief is shaped in Christian settings

Lamenting with community: how grief is shaped in Christian settings
What does grief look like in the context of a Christian campus, and how does it differ from that of secular settings?
Connor Do, Staff Writer September 25, 2025

The 2025-26 academic year has been marked by profound instances of tragedy and suffering both inside Biola and out. Students were faced with the abrupt passing of our beloved officer of campus safety, Chief O, the assassination of political activist Charlie Kirk, and the murder of a Ukrainian refugee,...

For the Love of God, Pick up and Read

For the Love of God, Pick up and Read
Literacy rates are dwindling, books are getting dusty, and Little Johnny doesn’t want to read anymore.
Emanuel Gomez, Staff Writer May 3, 2025

At the start of every semester, the Torrey Honors College holds a series of lectures for each class of students called “Why You Read What You Read,” wherein a handful of professors review the course reading list and draw upon the larger intellectual discourse at play. Their answer to the larger “Why?”...

Caring for our broken brothers

Caring for our broken brothers
Men’s mental health faces stigma in both the church and the world at large. How does this affect men at Biola, and how can we, collectively, be a greater resource for them?
Kelly Van Duine, Managing Editor May 3, 2025

LifeWay Research found that in 2019, only 49% of pastors spoke openly about mental health, and 35% of avid churchgoers believed mental illness could be cured through Bible study and prayer alone. However, men’s mental health faces an even greater level of neglect in Christian circles. Men’s mental...

Navigating Community as a Minority

From left to right: Kayla Pineda, Katelyn Marin, Raylen Rose Oliveros, Zoe Yee, Rachel Ahmann and Danielle Gutierrez.
In a predominantly white school, how do minorities endure the struggle of adjusting to this environment?
Raylen Oliveros, Freelancer April 30, 2025

Entering Biola last semester, I was more than ecstatic to be in community with other Christians. In my experience attending my local magnet school, Las Vegas Academy of the Arts, it was rare to meet other Christians, let alone students who respected Christians. After four years of trials of faith in...

A time of grief and uncertainty for Catholics at Biola

Pope Francis waving his hand to a sea of people
With the passing of Pope Francis on April 21, Catholics have been hit with a wave of sorrow and eager anticipation as they await the results of the upcoming conclave.
Kelly Van Duine, Managing Editor April 30, 2025

Pope Francis passed away at age 88 on Monday, April 21, just after he celebrated Easter with thousands of other Catholics in St. Peter’s Square.  There are 1.4 billion Catholics across the globe, with 11 million of them residing in California (29% of the state’s population). For them, Pope Francis...

Hear my Parking Lot Screams Oh Ye Insolent Trucks

A pen drawing of an oversized truck occupying two parking spots and pushing against smaller cars around it.
If ye have a truck there go to another parking lot with larger spaces for thine mammoth vehicle.
Ashley Newman, Staff Writer April 25, 2025

Oh ye trucks parked in the lot  I cannot find one spot Do ye hear me scream? Do ye hear me sob?    In this small parking lot  There is a lesson to be taught  When ye see two spots  Thine eyes seem to cross  So that ye see not two,  But one just for you.   The...

The idolization of marriage in Christian dating culture

The idolization of marriage in Christian dating culture
A skewed conception of marriage may be leading Christians to get married significantly younger than secular populations.
Kelly Van Duine, Managing Editor April 11, 2025

I always believed that the biggest decision I would ever make in life would be getting married and having a child. I could change majors, transfer schools, even change careers — but marriage is the most life-altering choice I will ever make. I’ve always thought it most logical to think carefully,...

Sanctuary is sacred

A cardboard sign that says, “Sanctuary is Sacred,” with a protest in the background.
Church sanctuary upholds the concept that all are welcome and safe in the body of Christ. The Trump administration would like to deny that truth.
Ashley Newman, Staff Writer April 8, 2025

In a recent report from the Center for the Study of Global Christianity at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, it is estimated that one in 12 Christians in the U.S. are at risk of deportation or have a family member at risk of deportation; 80% of those at risk of deportation are Christian.  Trump’s...

Reflections on Missions Conference from a non-evangelical graduating senior

Biola’s Missionary Organization Fair during the 95th Annual Clyde and Anna Belle Cook Missions Conference hosts a variety of different organizations so students can learn how to get involved with local and Global missions.
A final missions conference: reflection, calling, and gratitude
Isahi Minero, Opinions Editor March 27, 2025

Walking into Missions Conference 2025 was a bittersweet experience. All of the beauty surrounding Missions Conferences, from the worship to the prayer to the learning, was often overshadowed by the fact that I am a graduating senior and this one will be my last Missions Conference. SPIRITUAL NOURISHMENT Missions...

You Should Go to a Protest

March for Dignity on the way to the Capital building in Downtown LA on Mar. 1, 2025
As Christians, we are called to love our neighbors. Protesting is one way to do that.
Ashley Newman, Staff Writer March 25, 2025

A few weeks ago, I attended a protest called “March for Dignity: Protect our Immigrant Siblings” attended by faith communities committed to the protection of immigrants. As I walked amongst the people of faith, their love and fervor for justice and mercy left an impression on me. As a Christian,...